If you are a fan of Bang Bang Shrimp, you will love this recipe. Its creamy, spicy-sweet sauce is to die for, and you can make it in about 30 minutes using your Instant Pot. This recipe really is a weeknight hero!
Ingredients For Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta
To make this creamy and tangy delight, you will need:
- Spaghetti
- Garlic
- Avocado oil (or coconut or vegetable)
- Shrimp
- Light mayonnaise
- Thai sweet chili sauce
- Lime juice
- Sriracha
- Salt and pepper
How to Make Quick and Easy Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta
- To get the spaghetti inside the Instapot, break it in half. Add the minced garlic, avocado oil, and water. Place the lid on and cook on “pressure cook high” for 4 minutes. Quick-release the steam until the valve button drops.
- Make the sauce: in a small bowl combine the mayo, Thai sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and Sriracha until smooth.
- Once the valve button drops on the Instapot, remove the lid, stir in the sauce, and let it simmer for 3 minutes.
Add the shrimp, mix to combine, press “saute” and cook for 3 more minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Serve with freshly chopped green onions or parsley on top.
Quick and Easy Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta
Equipment
- Instant pot or large pot
Ingredients
- 16 oz spaghetti pasta
- 4 cups water
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil, or the oil of your choice
- 16 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ¾ cup light mayonnaise
- ¾ cup Thai sweet red chili sauce
- 4 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- To get the spaghetti inside the Instapot, break it in half. Add the minced garlic, avocado oil, and water. Place the lid on and cook on “pressure cook high” for 4 minutes. Quick-release the steam until the valve button drops.
- Make the sauce: in a small bowl combine the mayo, Thai sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and Sriracha until smooth.
- Once the valve button drops on the Instapot, remove the lid, stir in the sauce (do not drain the water), and let it simmer for 3 minutes.
- Add the shrimp, mix to combine, press “saute” and cook for 3 more minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Serve with freshly chopped green onions or parsley on top.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I Don’t Have an Instant Pot?
This recipe can be made in a regular pot too! It’s a one-pot dish, so it’s equally as convenient to use a regular pot.
Can I Use Frozen Shrimp?
You can, but thaw them completely and pat them dry to remove excess moisture before adding them to the pot.
What If I Don’t Have Avocado Oil?
You can use coconut oil, vegetable oil, olive oil, or your oil of choice.
How Can I Make The Sauce Spicier?
Add more Sriracha or red pepper flakes for a spicier sauce.
What If I Don’t Want To Use Mayo?
You can substitute it for Greek yogurt, or maybe use half mayo, half yogurt.
Can I Add Veggies To This Dish?
Sure! You can add veggies like peas, bell peppers, shredded onions, or snow peas.
